Race to the Border

THE ULTIMATE ADVENTURE RACE

Action Adventures is proud to introduce Race to the Border, our ultimate test of endurance, determination, teamwork and mental fortitude.

Around 60 kilometres of mountains, rivers, cliffs and canyons separate you from the finish line at the Spanish border. To get there, you’ll have to climb, abseil, zip, pull and paddle your way across some of the most beautiful yet challenging terrain in Europe!

WHAT IS RACE TO THE BORDER?

Race to the Border is an adventure challenge for teams and individuals. The route showcases all of the most exciting activities the mountains have to offer. These include rock climbing, abseiling, via ferrata, canyoning and others to be confirmed.

The challenge starts from the Action Adventures HQ at Chateau de Gere in the foothills of the French Pyrenees, and finishes at Col de Pourtalet on the Spanish boarder.

The route consists of several checkpoints that your team must reach before crossing the finish line. Each checkpoint will reveal an obstacle for you to overcome.

All activities will be supervised by experienced, qualified instructors.

The challenges and checkpoints will not be revealed until 1 week before the race. Be prepared for anything!

FAQ’s

Who can take part?

Right now we are only accepting participants who are over the age of 18. Other than that absolutely anyone is welcome to enter. Each team must finish together to qualify so you’re only as fast as your slowest member.

What sort of challenges should I prepare for?

We’d hate to give anything away, but if WE were you, we’d expect a good deal of steep terrain, scrambles and some form of rock climbing. It’s not a bad idea to familiarise yourself with a map and compass, or some form of GPS system (at least until we decide to ban them). Otherwise be prepared for a tough endurance race over difficult terrain with weight on your back….Oh and you might get wet…….you’ll probably get wet.

Where can we stay before the race?

As well as basic race entry, we also offer a fully inclusive package. This includes accommodation on the Friday and Sunday nights, catering from dinner on Friday to lunch on Monday including rations for the race and pick-up/drop-off from Lourdes airport. We also have tent pitches available if you’d like to purchase them separately from your race entry.

What if we get lost?

Marshalls will be patrolling the routes in between checkpoints and all teams will be fitted with GPS locators so we can find you easily. Full lost procedure will be sent to you after registration.

What if I get hurt?

Event staff are First Aid trained and mountain rescue will be informed of the event just in case you’d like to take a ride in a helicopter.

Should I take out travel insurance?

YES! We absolutely recommend taking out travel insurance although we don’t recommend any insurer in particular.

Where is it?

The start point is at our facility in ‘Gere Belesten’ and the finish will be at the Col de Pourtalet on the Spanish border. The route won’t be direct!